Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Managing extended R&D projects comes with its unique challenges, with even the popular agile method struggling in such contexts. Drawing from a recent significant build at Lattice, an HR software startup, three key factors emerge as essential for success in managing large projects.

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CMOE

OCTOBER 18, 2023

A workplace culture of learning is becoming increasingly important as organizations strive to keep up with the ever-changing business landscape. Creating a learning culture encourages employees to refine old skills and develop new ones to help them perform their jobs better and contribute to the organization’s success.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Unpacking Organizational Culture Defining Organizational Culture Organizational culture embodies the collective values, beliefs, and principles of organizational members and is a product of such factors as history, product, market, technology, strategy, type of employees, management style, and national culture.

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Jeffrey Phillips

AUGUST 26, 2021

No, today I want to talk about the differences and problems when companies focus on innovation as a discrete project, versus what they really need, innovation as a competency or capability. Plus, innovation as a project demonstrates some investment in innovation but controls for cost and risk.

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ImagineNation

APRIL 7, 2024

Because it is currently being challenged by poor sales performance, it has bunkered down and frozen any change initiatives, learning programs or new projects until mid-2025. The company she works for is acknowledged as an entrepreneurial industry leader.

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Destination Innovation

JANUARY 28, 2020

Innovation needs high level sponsors who are actively engaged in innovation projects. Simply broadcasting the intent to change the culture is not enough. These have to be treated as learning opportunities. The post Five Foundations for a Culture of Innovation appeared first on Destination Innovation. Reinforcement.

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Planview

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The secret lies in transitioning from a project-oriented management approach to a product-centric model. Despite beginning with unwavering enthusiasm, McKinsey reports that initiatives often lose approximately 42 percent of their projected value as they progress into later implementation stages and long-term sustainability.

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IdeaScale

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Overview: While the fundamentals of creating an innovative culture at a company remain the same when remote, such as encouraging ideas and using small teams to build up, the remote workplace offers new challenges for innovators. Remote Work And Innovation Culture. That, in turn, has created a new challenge. Expect Growing Pains.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In 2018, the secretary of defense directed the Navy to increase the number of available F/A-18s from 260 to 341 jets within one year. Here’s how they did it.

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Destination Innovation

DECEMBER 31, 2020

The remarkable culture which Hsieh developed at Zappos starts with the hiring process which is longer and more involved than traditional recruitment. Zappos hires slowly with the emphasis on cultural fit. Zappos hires slowly with the emphasis on cultural fit. Zappos has a culture book that is written and updated by employees.

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Jeffrey Phillips

JANUARY 8, 2020

In this post I'm going to be writing about two very interconnected issues - organizational culture and the bias for, or against, innovation. This is a critical fundamental attribute for successful innovation, not just on a project by project basis, but enterprise wide. Simply suggest a more radical idea and wait the feedback.

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IdeaScale

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Here are some lessons to learn from how startups innovate quickly and turn into established companies. Choose Different Metrics The metrics you usually have for projects may simply not apply, especially if you’re doing a small-scale pilot or a similar project. Building an innovation culture starts with a strong foundation.

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IdeaScale

AUGUST 21, 2018

But the second most commonly cited barrier was cultural issues. When we looked at that response, we were wondering how a company culture might be inhospitable to innovation and we looked at some of our most commonly reported customer reported obstacles for an answer. The post Is Your Company Culture Anti-Innovation?

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Building a Collaborative Culture Cultivating a culture of collaboration is fundamental for any organization seeking to enhance innovation and achieve remarkable business results. Fostering Trust and Psychological Safety Trust and psychological safety are the bedrocks of a collaborative culture.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Better Learning Opportunities Team members can learn from one another, acquiring new skills and knowledge that contribute to professional growth. Building a Collaborative Culture Creating a culture that values and promotes collaboration is essential for any organization that aims to innovate and perform at high levels.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Share both successes and challenges openly to learn from each experience. Here are some technology-driven strategies that can bolster team communication: Implement collaboration platforms that centralize communication, files, and project updates. Encourage team members to voice their ideas and concerns.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Here are some of the key benefits: Increased Efficiency : Collaboration allows for workload sharing and helps streamline processes, leading to quicker and more efficient project completion. A collaborative culture is characterized by shared vision, goals, and clear communication channels.

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Planview

AUGUST 22, 2023

Project management is akin to navigating a ship in choppy waters. Applying machine learning to project management challenges can pave the way for smarter, more efficient, lower-risk projects and higher-quality products. Let’s explore how AI is shaping the future of project management.

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Innov8rs

MARCH 4, 2023

During our recent Innov8rs Learning Lab on Innovation Strategy, Leadership, Governance & Portfolio Management, we asked Christian Stumpf (Co-Founder & Program Manager TenneT PowerLab at Tennet) these questions. All you have to do is define success metrics that reflect both your innovation process and the stage of your project funnel.

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Planview

JANUARY 2, 2024

To learn more about what it’s like to be part of the Evolve Advisory Services team, we turn to Debra Aizikovitz , who serves as digital transformation practice lead. I talk with customers and learn about their organizations and what challenges they’re facing to become best in class. I literally love what I do.

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Cris Beswick

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Organisational culture plays an essential role in fostering successful innovation, yet it is often overlooked or discounted by those responsible for driving that growth, i.e. the executive team. What is culture, and how does it relate to innovation Culture can be defined as the beliefs, customs, and practices of a particular group or society.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Knowledge Sharing: Collaboration encourages the exchange of knowledge and skills, leading to continuous learning and improvement. Fostering a Culture of Trust and Psychological Safety A culture of trust and psychological safety is the bedrock upon which innovative team collaboration is built.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

When employees frequently leave the company, it’s often an indicator of deeper issues within the organizational culture. Fostering an atmosphere where communication flows freely is foundational to building a positive work culture. For more insights on handling a toxic workplace culture , visit our dedicated page.

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IM Insights

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

He introduces Estimatic, his latest venture, software designed to model uncertain projects and ideas. The episode addresses the concept of innovation accounting, common misconceptions in business case analysis, and the value of information by connecting learning to financial outcomes.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

When you select a speaker whose expertise aligns with your company’s goals, you create a unique opportunity for growth and learning. These speakers can also deepen the understanding of an innovation culture by: Illustrating how to create an environment that nurtures innovative thinking.

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Planview

OCTOBER 10, 2021

A robust and realistic project management communication plan is essential for project success. This informative and easy-to-read article looks at basic concepts of a project management communication plan, and provides examples, strategies and best practices. There are several paths to project glory.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Common indicators include consistent negative attitudes, a culture of gossip, high employee turnover, and a general atmosphere of disrespect. To understand more about the broader implications, explore our in-depth analysis of toxic workplace culture. Explore further on building a positive work culture.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 19, 2024

At each gate, key criteria are assessed by a cross-functional team, which may include factors like market viability, technical feasibility, and financial projections. This predictive power can be particularly useful when it comes to gate decisions, which determine if a project should proceed to the next stage.

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InnovationTraining.org

JANUARY 26, 2022

Agile” and “Waterfall” offer us very different approaches to project management. We might begin with a requirements gathering process in order to understand resources and parameters, and stay within the scope of the Project Charter that emerges from that process. Integrating Agile Approaches into Waterfall Cultures.

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Innov8rs

APRIL 7, 2024

During a recent Innov8rs Learning Lab, Gina O'Connor's offered a compelling roadmap for companies seeking to navigate the complexities of fostering innovation that transcends incremental improvements to achieve radical, market-shifting outcomes, based on decades of research with large multinational organizations, as summarized below.

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Planview

MAY 20, 2022

In this post, we’re going to show you how to execute a project. You’ve initiated your project, created an in-depth plan, and secured stakeholder buy-in. Except that, as every PMO knows, project execution is the most challenging stage of the project life cycle, and it’s only gotten more difficult in a world of hybrid and remote work.

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Innovators Alliance

APRIL 21, 2021

Company culture is not a ‘one size fits all’ attribute. In fact, a company’s culture is as uniquely tied to it as a human is to their personality. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, companies – their operations, workforce, and cultures – were shaken to the core. Leadership & Culture. COVID-19 & Culture.

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Paul Hobcraft

JANUARY 11, 2024

Continuous Learning and Innovation: Characteristics: Learning is not a one-time event but an ongoing process. Participants within dynamic ecosystems prioritize continuous learning, experimentation, and innovation. Different perspectives and experiences contribute to a richer pool of knowledge and insights.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

XQ refers to the ability to draw from past experiences, learnings, and insights to make better decisions, solve complex problems, and navigate the uncertainties of the corporate world. Additionally, learn how to maximize team performance by leveraging experiential intelligence to create psychology safety for high performing teams.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 6, 2024

This strategic approach enables teams to apply experiential learning towards creative problem-solving, thus driving the organization forward. Learn more about the synergy of these concepts in our comprehensive guide on high performance leadership teams through psychological safety & experiential intelligence.

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eZassi

JANUARY 4, 2023

We propose you ask these twelve strategic planning questions and read through the suggested resolutions for energizing your organization’s innovative culture. 12 Resolutions to Ignite a Culture of Innovation. Who will take action to prioritize the project which will best grow our innovation portfolio?

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